Dean of the School of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences at USPI

Dryden, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, Administrative Oversight, Academic Vision, Curriculum Development, Program Review, Assessment, Faculty Supervision, Student Success, Data-Informed Decision Making, Budget Management, Resource Management, Community Engagement, Transfer Agreements, General Education Curricula, Accreditation Compliance, Conflict Resolution

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Description

Dean of the School of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences SUMMARY: The Dean provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and academic vision for assigned instructional divisions within the community college. This role ensures high-quality teaching and learning, supports faculty and staff development, and advances student success through data-informed decision making, collaborative planning, and innovative academic programming. The Academic Dean reports directly to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs and works closely with college leadership and faculty to uphold academic standards, strengthen pathways, and foster an inclusive environment that reflects the mission of the institution. The college is specifically interested in candidates who bring experience and expertise in building transfer agreements, overseeing general education curricula, and working with the college in the high school populations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Academic Leadership & Planning * Provide strategic leadership for instructional programs, ensuring alignment with the college’s mission, accreditation standards, and student success goals. * Facilitate curriculum development, program review, assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Evaluate emerging workforce, transfer, and community needs to inform program development and revitalization. * Oversee scheduling, instructional load planning, room scheduling, and all necessary academic operations to support enrollment, retention, and completion. Faculty & Staff Support * Recruit, supervise, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty within assigned division/community. * Promote a culture of teaching excellence, innovation, inclusivity, and professional growth. * Facilitate workshops, mentorship opportunities, and training initiatives that support faculty success. * Address faculty concerns, guide personnel processes, and manage conflict resolution as needed. Student Success & Academic Quality * Champion equitable access, persistence, and completion across programs and student groups. * Collaborate with student services to remove barriers and ensure seamless pathways. * Ensure academic integrity, high-quality instruction, and compliance with accreditation and state regulatory requirements. * Monitor and use student learning outcomes and institutional data to drive continuous improvement. Budgeting & Resource Management * Manage budgets for assigned academic units, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources. * Advocate for program needs, including staffing, technology, equipment, and facilities. * Pursue grants, partnerships, and external funding opportunities that strengthen academic programs. Collaboration & Community Engagement * Work collaboratively with other academic leaders and college councils to advance institutional priorities. * Build partnerships with K12 districts, universities, businesses, and community organizations. * Represent the college in regional workforce initiatives, advisory boards, and professional associations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: * Master’s degree from an accredited institution in English, Communications, Education, or Psychology, or a related field to the programs overseen, and a minimum of 5 years of classroom teaching experience in higher education. * Progressive leadership experience in higher education, preferably in a community college setting * Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum development, instructional assessment, and program evaluation * Familiarity with guided pathways, competency-based education, or other innovative academic models * Experience developing new academic programs, including workforce or transfer programs * Proven success using data to inform decisions and drive academic improvements DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Doctoral degree in a relevant discipline and 3 years of higher education leadership * Experience with collective bargaining environments * Experience leading faculty and/or academic staff professional development * Experience working in a community college * Experience building transfer and articulation agreements * Experience working with PTK * Experience working with college in high school programs The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $110,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Tompkins Cortland Community College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement benefits through the New York State pension system or an attractive employer contribution to a SUNY 414 retirement plan. The College also provides competitive health care options, with 80% of the premium covered by the employer, as well as retiree health insurance and generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and more. In addition, employees may be eligible for tuition assistance and the opportunity to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), among other benefits. Please inquire for additional details. All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

The Dean provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and academic vision for assigned instructional divisions, ensuring high-quality teaching, supporting faculty development, and advancing student success through data-informed decisions and innovative programming. This role involves managing academic operations, overseeing faculty and staff, championing academic quality, managing budgets, and building external partnerships.